In the new season (series 900), It's Sew Easy's sewing experts lead viewers in a historical fashion journey through the 1900s with projects that show how fashion, fit, necklines, hemlines…
Remember when I shared back in the summer I was going to be on It's Sew Easy TV? Well, I finally have the episodes and I'm thrilled to share them with you! For one of the episodes I partnered with Stylish Fabric on how to make my "batwing cardigan." I love this versatile piece that can be worn for all occasions and made in all types of fabrics. It's really "sew easy" to make. Alter the measurements and go for an evening shrug or try an oversized plush fabric for a cozy winter look. Stylish Fabric has every type of fabric you'll need for this project and the quality and competitive prices are top notch (pun intended). I chose a knit but really you can't go wrong with most of their options. Full episode and tutorial here. Supplies: Stylish Fabric: 2 yards jersey knit fabric Brother Serger Coats All Purpose Serger Thread In Collaboration with www.StylishFabric.com SaveSave
We always love to find free patterns and tutorials and when they are different and original then that is just the best! This one is a real winner - so handy
We always love to find free patterns and tutorials and when they are different and original then that is just the best! This one is a real winner - so handy
I've been neglecting the blog this week. It's been one of those crazy busy weeks that leaves you moaning desperately for some downtime. I haven't been home much this week and when I have, I've been working. My freelance work comes in spurts and when I get a big project(s), it usually takes a while to get it all wrapped up and out the door. That said, I've still got a lot of work to do and this upcoming weekend is packed with my daughter's 10th birthday festivities. Fortunately, hexagons are perfectly portable and I've taken them along with me this week and worked on them when I have idle moments! I was able to get a lot done during the two hours I spent at the tire store having one tire patched and one replaced. Yes, it's been that kind of week. Here's a quick visual puzzle for you. My quilt wasn't going to have any duplicate fabrics. How quickly can you find the repeat above? I was devastated when I spotted it! I had planned on using ONE fabric twice in my quilt, but this isn't the one I would have chosen. I don't think I have the energy to attempt to cut out all those tiny stitches and remove it, so I guess it's staying. That means I can't let another duplicate into my quilt and it's getting harder and harder to spot them, especially when I'm using the same prints in multiple colorways. After I discovered the dupe, I went through my loose hexagons and found four more that I have already used. That's when I repacked my box by color and counted my hexagons. I've made 594 hexagons for my charm quilt and have 200 of them attached to another hexagon! I've really enjoyed seeing your progress in the flickr group too! Thank you for the kind comments about the video. I have not forgotten about the requests for more and I will get some done, I promise. The video was really fun to do. On that same note, if you've sent me a message or left a comment this week, I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to do so and I'm sorry I haven't had a chance to reply. If I'm not back there before next week, have a lovely weekend. Enjoy some downtime for me!
The Yarn bag is easy sew project perfect for holding your yarn, crochet projects or sewing projects. The Yarn bag features a inner pocket for crochet hooks or other tools. This bag pattern is an beginner sewing pattern.
The Yarn bag is easy sew project perfect for holding your yarn, crochet projects or sewing projects. The Yarn bag features a inner pocket for crochet hooks or other tools. This bag pattern is an beginner sewing pattern.
What if I told you: Collars are so easy to sew that even a first time stitcher will have success. Bold. I know, and that kind of assertive statement is out of
Learn how to braid a basic 8-strand round Kumihimo bracelet using a Kumihimo disk and satin rat tail cord. This is a FAST and EASY braid to make.
I found a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew for a pin cushion/scrap bucket/little bits and bobs holder thingy..... I've been wanting to make it for months now but other things would come pressing in and I would forget about it...... well, whilst sewing Evie's dress I thought about it again {as I dropped all my threads and clippings onto the floor around my sewing table.....} so today when I got up I set to and gathered what I needed and began in ernest to make it...... I only used things I already had - no new fabric was allowed {I am trying to use up bits and bobs - then I can go out and buy new stuff you see.....} it took a few hours to complete as I had to fit in: making the childrens' breakfast, having morning coffee with my love, and making bacon butties {sandwiches} for lunch {it is Saturday after all.....} but just after lunch I finished it and voila, here it is...... the bucket can come off and you can use it on its own...... I didn't know which fabric I liked best on the outside so I stitched a button on both sides of the bucket and I can turn it inside out and use it either way depending on how I feel..... the pin cushion is weighted with rice so that it sits beautifully on the edge of the sewing table without falling off, even with my snips etc in the pocket AND it has a piece of wool felt in the centre to hook my needles into...... so many boxes ticked in one fail swoop..... you can also put it on the arm of the sofa so that you don't need to stick needles into the arm of your furniture, forget them and let somebody else find them when they are least expecting it...... ahem..... here is the bucket turned inside-out.... doesn't it look just as good that way round? oh yes, I'm lovin' it......
Welcome back to my blog:) It's week eight of the Vintage Housewife Sew Along CLICK HERE if you need to download the...
by Robin As a little girl, I was fascinated with my grandmother's antique Singer sewing machine base treadle. It sat in her kitchen - the top holding dusty shoeboxes full of odd things and old
The Yarn bag is easy sew project perfect for holding your yarn, crochet projects or sewing projects. The Yarn bag features a inner pocket for crochet hooks or other tools. This bag pattern is an beginner sewing pattern.
You need to be careful when oiling your precious sewing machine because too much application could attract dust and lint, gumming up the machine and even rendering it dysfunctional. Get familiar with sewing machine oil ingredients, minerals, and lubricants with this post and keep your machine at its best level!
McCalls "Fashion Star" Sewing Pattern #6790 Easy to Sew Pullover, Elastic Waist Mock Wrap Front Dress With Flared Skirt & Long Sleeves and Spaghetti Strap Slip Misses Sizes: 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 & 24 This McCalls sewing pattern is new, uncut and complete with original factory folds. It is a "Fashion Star" pattern, as seen on NBC TV. It is an out of print pattern, copyright 2013. The pullover loose fitting dress has elastic waist, flared skirt, full length sleeves with buttoned cuffs, a mock wrap front opening and a shaped narrow hem. Wrong side of fabric will show. The close fitting bias slip has bias shoulder straps/neck/armhole binding and narrow hem. Suggested fabrics are georgette, crepe de chine, challis ad washed silks. Body measurements for sizes included in this pattern are for sizes 8: bust 31 1/2", waist 24", hip 33 1/2" and back waist length 15 3/4"; 10: bust 32 1/2", waist 25", hip 34 1/2" and back waist length 16"; 12: bust 34", waist 26 1/2", hip 36" and back waist length 16 1/4"; 14: bust 36", waist 28", hip 38" and back waist length 16 1/2"; 16: bust 38", waist 30", hip 40" and back waist length 16 3/4"; 18: bust 40", waist 32", hip 42" and back waist length 17"; 20: bust 42", waist 34", hip 44" and back waist length 17 1/4"; 22: bust 44", waist 37", hip 46" and back waist length 17 1/2"; and 24: bust 46", waist 39", hip 48" and back waist length 17 1/2". US buyers pay USPS First Class Mail shipping. Save $$$ with combined shipping on multiple purchases. I do combined shipping to please take the opportunity to look in my shop for more sewing patterns and other sewing related items. Check out my other items! Yes, I ship worldwide. International buyers pay USPS First Class Mail International based on country. Save $$$ with combined shipping on multiple purchases. I do combined shipping to please take the opportunity to look in my shop for more patterns and other sewing related items. Check out my other items!
The common sense approach that I prefer takes the mystery out of the pattern-fitting puzzle. In Solving the Pattern Fitting Puzzle Part Two, I’ll continue
